Model Brittni Tucker Kicks Ass

We spend a lot of time on Instagram (no, really—a lot of time), and when we're not living vicariously through our favorite FOMO-inducing accounts, we're checking out some particularly talented users. So when our GQ castings team finds a 'grammer worth shouting out, we think it's our duty to share him or her with you. Today we'd like to introduce you to American model Brittni Tucker.

Brittni Tucker grew up at the base of the Rocky Mountains but lately the flaxen-haired model has been dreaming of trips to Croatia and Japan—she's already been around the world more than a few times for her day job. Tucker now calls New York City home keeping where she spends most days running from casting to casting, or kicking her trainer's ass at Muay Thai. You can see all that and more of what she's up to on Instagram, something we and her 10,000 followers highly recommend. We talked to her about what it's like to be a model as well as a model off-duty.

Where are you right now?
I just got back to my first apartment in NYC and I'm sitting on my new pink velvet couch.

Do you read the comments?
Yes, I love seeing what followers think or answering questions they might have. I think it is important to interact and create a relationship with the people that support you.

What is the craziest thing you’ve done on a shoot?
I always find it a crazy when they change my appearance drastically. One shoot we did a wig series, and I felt like 5 different women in one day. It's fun because you get to show off all different types of personalities and characters.

How do you spend your time off?
I love spending quality time with the people closest to me. Whether I am cooking with a girlfriend, going on a vacation to a fun new place, or just sitting on the couch watching Downtown Abbey with my boyfriend, that's what I cherish most.

What is your most prized possession?
My first trip to NYC my mom bought me a pooh bear stuffed animal, who has since traveled with me to most countries I have visited and lived in. It was a symbol of love from home and helped me not get homesick or lonely on my travels. I think I need to get him his own passport for all the places he’s gone.